Kverneland Energis Mobile Chargers Enable Zero-Emission Construction
EV-Charging solutions with SIMATIC automation
Kverneland Energis Mobile Chargers Enable Zero-Emission Construction
Electrical & Electronic (E&E)
Kverneland Energi AS
4353 Klepp Stasjon Norway
Kverneland Energi, a Norwegian company founded in 2016, specializes in sustainable energy solutions. With 45 employees, they offer solar energy systems, battery storage, fast and ultra-fast charging solutions, and energy management systems. Serving industries like construction and aquaculture, they emphasize enthusiasm, quality, and innovation to boost renewable energy and cut fossil fuel use. Objectives: Kverneland Energi aims to achieve zero-emission construction sites with high-power mobile charging solutions. Their key requirements include a fast time-to-market for reliable, easy-to-use systems capable of charging heavy equipment, even in remote locations. Challenges involve ensuring sufficient power supply, user acceptance, and seamless integration with existing equipment.
Kverneland Energi (KE) is revolutionizing construction sites with their high-power mobile charging solutions. These systems, available as trolley or standard modular types with or without battery packs for peak shaving, provide up to 1152 kWh and 400 kW per outlet. With over 100 units in operation, they are a game changer for achieving zero-emission construction sites by 2030.
SIMATIC ET 200 SP Open Controller: Manages charging processes, HMI, and data communication.
SIMATIC WinCC Unified PC RT: User-friendly interface for monitoring and control.
SINEMA Remote Connect: Enables remote servicing and reduces travel times.
TIA Portal: Facilitates uniform engineering and faster updates.
Having the type of support we get from Siemens is really important for us as a first mover.
Jonas Kverneland, CTO and co-founder of Kverneland Energi
Reliability: Dependable systems ensure continuous operation.
Ease of Use: Simple plug-and-charge functionality.
Remote Servicing: Reduced travel times and increased system availability.
Quick Updates: Roll out updates 30% faster.
Flexibility and Scalability: Adaptable to various vehicle suppliers and standards, meeting market demand efficiently and enabling scaling up.